in pursuit of
idiom
: in order to achieve (something)
He would do anything in pursuit of wealth and fame.
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At the time, Woolery, who had hosted the show since its debut in 1975, had left in pursuit of other endeavors in entertainment, which Sajak also acknowledged.
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Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024
Paying a personal cost in pursuit of a cause has historically helped social movements build popular support, according to scholars.
—Jeremy W. Peters, New York Times, 4 June 2024
In recent years, more and more anglers have been picking up giant swimbaits and large hard plastic lures in pursuit of monster bass.
—Shaye Baker, Field & Stream, 30 May 2024
Nobody ever had a perfect balance in pursuit of something great.
—Jane Thier, Fortune, 20 May 2024
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Stephanie Sengwe, Peoplemag, 7 June 2024
Paying a personal cost in pursuit of a cause has historically helped social movements build popular support, according to scholars.
—Jeremy W. Peters, New York Times, 4 June 2024
In recent years, more and more anglers have been picking up giant swimbaits and large hard plastic lures in pursuit of monster bass.
—Shaye Baker, Field & Stream, 30 May 2024
Nobody ever had a perfect balance in pursuit of something great.
—Jane Thier, Fortune, 20 May 2024
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“In pursuit of.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/in%20pursuit%20of. Accessed 10 Jun. 2024.
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